
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dover Shores Neighborhood of Newport Beach, CA from $1,300 (86 Rentals)
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1910 Court Ave

Baywood Apartment Homes

Newport Bluffs Apartment Village

Newport North Apartment Homes

Westcliff

Baypointe Apartment Homes

126 E Balboa Blvd

Seaview Plaza

404 E Balboa Blvd
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The Moana

Bedford Apartments

Rutland Apartments

Westview Apartments

1142 Rutland Rd

Bayshore Apartments

1069 Buckingham Ln

1601-1801 E 15th Street

1069 Buckingham Lane, 1601-1728 Bedford Lane

Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+
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Apex Apartment Homes

Costa Mirage

Ponderosa Mobile Estates

Pacific Park

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2133 Elden Ave, Unit Elden East Apartments

Casa Victoria Apartments

Leeward Apartments

Pacific Villas

Bay Timbers Apartments

Westbay Eldon Apartments
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Madison Newport Apartment Homes

Sunset Bay III Apartment Community

1995-1999 Maple St

Olive Tree

1519 Orange Ave

379 Hamilton St

Westside Apartments

365 Hamilton St, Unit 3

118 Magnolia St

Villa Nova Townhomes
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393-395 Broadway

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412 Esther St, Unit B

Lux Costa Mesa

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID3381A

The Parsons

Eastside Apartments

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID10858A

Eastside Haven at 17th

190-192 Albert Pl

1612 Orange Ave
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Dover Shores, Newport Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dover Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Shores Studio Apartments | $2,185 | $1,481 | $3,240 |
| Dover Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,081 | $1,900 | $6,625 |
| Dover Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,260 | $2,450 | $8,125 |
| Dover Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,707 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 86 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dover Shores Neighborhood of Newport Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available Dover Shores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dover Shores area of Newport Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ priced from $1,481. Apex Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Dover Shores apartments for rent in Newport Beach, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,481 |
| Apex Apartment Homes | Studio XS | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Ponderosa Mobile Estates | 1 Bedroom + Office | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Pacific Park | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Harbor (E1B-N) | Studio,1BA | $2,075 |
| Pacifica Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Casa Victoria Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,115 |
| Leeward Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Pacific Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,151 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dover Shores, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dover Shores area is the $3.32 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Fairway at Big Canyon in the in the Spyglass Hill neighborhood starting from $4,979. The second greatest value Dover Shores apartment is the Plan 2 Model at Baywood Apartment Homes starting at $3,200 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the UC Irvine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dover Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairway at Big Canyon | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| Baywood Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Newport North Apartment Homes | Plan 5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Villa Nova Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.10 |
| Madison Newport Apartment Homes | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.43 |
| Pacifica Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Westbay Eldon Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Casa Victoria Apartments | 1 B With Patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Bay Timbers Apartments | B202 | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Leeward Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Dover Shores, Newport Beach, CA
Corona del Mar High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dover Shores Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dover Shores?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dover Shores is at Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ listed at $1,481.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dover Shores Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dover Shores Apartment is $1,900 at Ponderosa Mobile Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dover Shores Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dover Shores is starting from $2,450 at Apex Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Dover Shores Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dover Shores Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at AVA Newport and starts from $4,445.
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